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Depressive Psychosis
This is a condition in which depression is associated with absence of contact with reality (psychosis). This can take the form of false beliefs (delusions) or detecting something that isn't really there (hallucination)....
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Symptoms
The symptoms of psychotic depression are a combination of symptoms of depression and psychosis. This condition occurs w...
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Causes
Although there are no obvious risk factors, a family history of depression or psychotic illness increase the risk of th...
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Tests
A clinical evaluation consisting of a psychiatric evaluation, a physical examination, and laboratory tests are used to ...
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Treatments
Treatment generally involves antidepressant and antipsychotic medication. The antipsychotics are sometimes given briefl...
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chlorproMAZINE
fluphenazine
perphenazine
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Risk Factors
Family History of Depression
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Suicide or other self-harm is the most serious complication. Patients may need to be hospitalized if they have thoughts...
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Call your health care provider if you or someone you know experiences depression or psychosis.
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